Cancer Survivors Network - Comments for "Depression/Medication"http://csn.cancer.org/node/142910
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<p>Stop it, you guys! I am getting a headache. My surgeon actually left the umbellicus even tho' he unzipped me from stem to stern. Now it is covered by the flange of my appliance. I love that word--like you have a blender in your pants. All the better to mix up those margarittas. BTW Jimmy Buffet is coming to town. Lucky us. </p>
<p>Aspaysia, who has to double her meds to deal with the parrotheads. </p>
Wed, 31 Mar 2004 22:16:14 +0000aspaysiacomment 521416 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521415
<p>I must admit that, although I have a novel naval navel (my hemi- scar curves gracefully around it) I have never considered considering my novel naval navel for a novel - that would be a naval novel, not a navel novel. Not to be confused with my novel navel, well... actually my novel naval navel. So, if I were to include it, would my book then be classified as a Novel Naval Navel Novel?</p>
<p>Well enough contemplation of my novel naval navel and my novel naval navel novel (say that when you're on anti-depressants!) Back to the king's business...</p>
Wed, 31 Mar 2004 21:04:36 +0000spongebobcomment 521415 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521414
<p>Well what I want to know is if you are including your naval navel in your novel? And if so, do you revel in the fact that your naval navel included in your upcoming novel will usurp the story of your banal anal?</p>
<p>Just wondering.</p>
<p>peace, emily who really has nothing of importance to do but eat bon bons and watch the soaps.</p>
Wed, 31 Mar 2004 14:39:48 +00002bhealedcomment 521414 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521413
<p>Um... Assp... I believe that's "navEl", meaning "The depression in the middle of one's abdomen whereat the umbillicus was connected in utero", as opposed to "navAl" which means "Of or pertaining to the navy, or ships of war."</p>
<p>I, being a sailor, don't have an innie or an outie, I have a naval navel.</p>
<p>- SpongeBob (who really ought to quit this BS and get back to work on something IMPORTANT but just cound't resist!)</p>
Wed, 31 Mar 2004 13:41:14 +0000spongebobcomment 521413 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521412
<p>SpongeBob<br />
Hello There!! Thank You for the reply. We couldn't think of an email address so with my husband's name being Bob and mine Sue we thought that it fit perfect. My husband is one that just saids it like it is so it really fit us. What I can't get over is when I saw yours (SpongeBob) I couldn't believe it as one of my husbands clients calls him "SpongeBob". While we are going throught this all I can say is that we try to laugh as much as possible!! And LOTS of Hugs and Kisses!!! It helps!! Thank You Again!</p>
<p>Sue</p>
Wed, 31 Mar 2004 00:48:17 +0000bsrulescomment 521412 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521411
<p>Let's hear it for Celexa! Yaay! I take 20 mg once a day and the only side effect is an even keel. I don't miss the roller coaster one bit. I also take Klonipin for anxiety since my family is a bit high strung and they can get on my last nerve. They are very caring and helpful but sometimes one just has to be alone with no body fussing and hand wringing. Or worse, making corny jokes to be cheerful.<br />
My doctors told me the body cannot heal when stress stirs up the adrenal system. You need your energy to fight the disease not yourself or the people around you.<br />
Aspaysia who tires of looking at her naval (a classic innie)</p>
Tue, 30 Mar 2004 21:52:08 +0000aspaysiacomment 521411 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521409
<p>I am blessed with a pretty sunny disposition, so have not had a need to consider such medications. Exercise, support of family and friends and places like this have been enough to get me through. That being said, I have seen such improvement in some people I know who had been paralyzed by their depression, despite seeking counseling, support groups etc, that I would suggest that you try whatever it takes to help you get back on your feet. </p>
<p>Best wishes,</p>
<p>Kris</p>
Tue, 30 Mar 2004 05:39:33 +0000KrisScomment 521409 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521408
<p>Hi drmrgirl,</p>
<p>Crying alot. Yep that was me post dx. Wailed. Screamed. Howled. That was scary. But i sought out professional counseling rather than go the pschotropic path due to the rather disconcerting info I know about drugs like Prozac and Zoloft. The things they do to the brain and the potential side affects are serious and I did not want to mess with my brain health. For sleep aids I took large amounts of melatonin (vegetarian) which is also an anti-oxidant.</p>
<p>There really isn't a test that I know of that can actually measure the "chemical imbalances" in your system. </p>
<p>Please seek help and just the fact that you shared with us all on here is a positive step. Find someone to talk to. Surviving cancer brings with it many emotional issues that need to be released somehow. I hope you will find someone to let it all go with....</p>
<p>peace, emily who would rather pop more B 6 &amp;12 vitamins to alleviate any depression</p>
Tue, 30 Mar 2004 02:44:39 +00002bhealedcomment 521408 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521407
<p>Sue -</p>
<p>Love your nom d' guerre "b.s. rules" - if that doesn't sum it all up I don't know what does!</p>
<p>Best wishes to you and your hubby.</p>
<p>- SpongeBob</p>
Tue, 30 Mar 2004 01:28:03 +0000spongebobcomment 521407 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: Depression/Medicationhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/142910#comment-521406
<p>Hello There!! My name is Sue and this is my first time on this section of this site. I have been reading everyone's replys and questions and I feel I have been reading our own questions and answers. My husband was diagnosised in Sept of 2003. He was a VERY active person who never asked for help from anyone. He was in such a state when everything hit the fan that we were both having alot of trouble dealing with all of this. He was so drpressed I don't know which one but we had to do something for odvious reasons. I can't bring myself to say it. He was a totally different person and I knew I had to get him some help. The doctor he had at the time suggested to him to try Paxil. He also said that he could stop if he didn't like it. So He decided to try it and he was very glad that he did. It didn't make him happy but it did even out his moods. He was so upset that he would get so upset with me for little things. Under the med. things leveled out. It helped him deal with everything. And we were able to better work together to fight this mess. He has a beer every once in a while even though it said not to but he said that it doesn't effect anything. We are hanging in there TOGETHER!!!! I am really glad that I found you guys. I hope that this helps. bsrules ( Sue )</p>
Tue, 30 Mar 2004 00:56:38 +0000bsrulescomment 521406 at http://csn.cancer.org